Jack Webster Foundation Professional Development Fellowships

For print, broadcast and online news journalists Imagine the possibilities for professional development

he Jack Webster Foundation offers eligible BC journalists the opportunity to attend the Poynter Institute in Florida for short-term professional development courses or to create a self-defined fellowship for research or enhancement of skills. Sixty-one BC journalists have received fellowship funding from the Jack Webster Foundation. Many have attended the Poynter Institute for courses such as Managing People and Plans for Breaking News, Leadership for New Managers, TV Power Reporting: Telling Stronger Stories, Online Leadership Seminar, Poynters Leadership Academy, Backpack Journalist, and Essential Skills for the Essential Journalist.

How to Apply
Poynter Institute Fellowship You will apply for the Fellowship and, if selected, you will then apply to the Poynter for admission into the seminar that you wish to attend and one alternative in case your first choice is not available. The Poynter website outlines the steps necessary to apply.

Deadline for Applications: February 28, 2014 Jack Webster Foundation Established in 1986 to recognize and encourage excellence in BC journalism T. 604-261-6184 F. 604-261-1964 E. info@jackwebster.com W. www.jackwebster.com

Please provide the following in triplicate: Completed application form Current resume A statement or essay of 250-500 words describing your daily duties, the relevance of the seminar to your job, your goals for the seminar and how you will apply the training back in your newsroom. Since the programs inception in 2001, journalists A letter from your employer supporting the have also created their own programs or attended application and confirming your availability to specialized journalism programs. From an Investigative camp at Missouri School of Journalism participate to research for a documentary, the Jack Webster Self Defined Fellowship Foundation welcomes applications that assist BC journalists in pursuing professional development. One Poynter Institute fellowship award will be presented in the name of the late Don Matheson, a former BC reporter. This fellowship is designed for a BC-born journalist. Please send your completed application form along with your current resume, covering letter, details about your project and a budget to the Jack Webster Foundation. Three reference letters are required as well. For complete requirements, see the application form on page two.

Eligibility
A British Columbia news journalist that is a resident and/or a fulltime employee or correspondent for a BC print, broadcast or an online news organization is eligible to apply. Also, self-employed or freelance journalists whose work has been aired or published continuously over a three-year period are eligible for a Jack Webster Foundation fellowship. Applications from BC journalism educators are also welcome.

Past Recipients 2011-2013

2013 Charelle Evelyn, Price George Citizen Claudia Lau, Fairchild TV Elaine OConnor, The Province Kelly Sinoski, The Vancouver Sun 2012 Cale Cowan, Victoria Times Colonist Bhinder Sajan, CTV BC Barry Link, Vancouver Courier Eric Szeto, Global Okanagan 2011 Jessica Barrett, WE Vancouver Sharron Bates, Global TV Robert Doane, CBC Prince George Sandra Hermiston, CTV Gordon Hoekstra, Prince George Citizen Katie Mercer, The Province Dene Moore, The Canadian Press

Fellowship Funding
Up to a total of $12,000 will be available. The Jack Webster Foundation will make the final determination as to the amount and division of the funds depending on the submissions received.

Selection
The Jack Webster Foundation will announce the recipients by the end of March, 2014. Recipients will have until February 28, 2015 to complete their fellowships, though recipients may request an extension.

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Jack Webster Foundation Professional Development Fellowships

For print, broadcast and online news journalists
Deadline for Applications: February 28, 2014 Send completed application form and requested materials to: The Jack Webster Foundation 6209 Angus Drive Vancouver, BC V6M 3P2 T. 604-261-6184 F. 604-261-1964 E. info@jackwebster.com W. www.jackwebster.com
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APPLICANTS NAME

APPLICANTS MAILING ADDRESS

TELEPHONE (OFFICE)

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EMAIL

I am applying for: (please check)

Poynter Institute Fellowship

Place of birth:________________________
As the Jack Webster Foundation offers one Poynter Institute fellowship that is designed for a BC-born journalist, please include your birthplace, if born in BC.

Self Defined Fellowship

Research-based Fellowship Skills-enhancement Fellowship For Self Defined fellowship please indicate total funds requested:____________________________ For Self Defined Fellowship, please attach the following in triplicate: Completed application form Covering letter which provides an overview of the application An outline (up to four pages) of the application including: - purpose, timing - details of the project or specific courses/studies to be undertaken, - output including future use of the material, benefits to applicant, media and community Budget breakdown of your expenses including, if applicable, travel, course fees, income replacement, etc. Current resume A letter from your employer, if applicable, supporting the application and indicating your availability to participate Three reference letters

For Poyner Institute Fellowships, please attach the following in triplicate: Completed application form Current resum A letter from your employer supporting the application and confirming your availability to participate A statement or essay of 250-500 words describing your daily duties, the relevance of the seminar to your job, your goals for the seminar and how you will apply the training back in your newsroom.

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